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Banana Republic Helps You With Your Summer Wardrobe

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Disclosure: This is not a compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Summer work wear is always tricky; hot temperatures outside and blasting air conditioner inside means getting dressed requires a little more thought.  Which is why I’m loving Banana Republic’s Summer Collection and was excited that they asked me to be part of their Summer campaign. I have numerous pieces in my wardrobe. Their clothes fit me like a dream without much alteration and they are easy to care for.

One thing I definitely struggle with in the summer is finding work wear that’s appropriate for my  office. I love to find different ways to dress business professional while still be able to incorporate my own style that is more than a black suit. I don’t always wear a full suit to work, but if I have a meeting then I have too. I completely fell in love with Banana Republic’s linen pants and tank.

These two pieces make a great addition to your summer  work wear, and can easily convert for a night out event.

The other thing that I believe is essential for the closet is the perfect white shirt. Banana Republic knocked out of the park with the Riley Basic White Shirt.  The shirt is tailored with an angled darts in the front and back to shape.  Besides the beauty of a classic white button-down shirt, it is really comfortable and a great go-to for work and events. You can rock it with  classic black pants or simple jeans.

If you have to wear a suit to work, I love to have one with a bit of color. I have never had a pink suit before but I instantly fell in love with the Linen-Cotton Hacking Jacket it comes with the coordinating pants that complete my summer outfit.

Thanks to Banana Republic for letting me work on this post. A big reason why I started this blog was to share with you my favorite clothes, brands, tips, etc. Posts like this where I get the to opportunity work with my all-time favorite brands and share that with you is kind of a dream realized. Getting these opportunities and working with brands is so fun for me and I hope it’s just as fun for you. Without my loyal readers I couldn’t do any of this, so thank you for following along on this exciting adventure!

 

 

 

Talia Jewelry – A New Way to Build Jewelry Box

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Disclosure: This is not a compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only.  All opinions expressed here are my own.

Talia Jewelry  is not your average jewelry line. The easiest way to explain it is that it is like a puzzle. Talia allows you to build and customize your own unique jewelry pieces in a matter of seconds. With interchangeable pendants + charms you can create a unique look for every day of the week! Talia’s Little Black Box will make traveling with days worth of jewelry a piece of cake! It’s this simple to create a unique look in seconds!

When thinking about jewelry, I remember my childhood and the tiny gold bracelet that my mom gave to me to wear. As I grew, my jewelry reflected my style, whether it was casual, business or sophisticated outing. Talia jewelry give you the opportunity through their charms to make a statement through the design. Some are sentimental or deeply meaningful, while others are lighthearted and playful, representing those special moments that matter to you.

Talia’s Little Black Box made my recent travel so much easier; instead of worrying about taking different pieces. I had days worth of jewelry with me and could create a new unique look in a matter of seconds.

Jewelry has the power to evoke a special memory  or feeling just by looking at it. When I look at these pieces in allows me to  emotionally escape to a faraway, awe-inspiring place. A place where my mom would say that you have the perfect look, my daughter.  I love how creative you have become. This has become my favorite pieces because it represents my new life and the changes that I have made. I will treasure this little black box forever.

With every purchase made, TALIA Jewelry will donate 10% of all proceeds to Girls Inc. to ensure girls have the experiences and opportunities to thrive! Together with you, we help girls explore and celebrate their strengths, their voices, who they are today, and who they will become.

You are going to love this during the summer to change up your wardrobe. Have you ever owned a piece of Talia Jewelry?

Spring Office Style-Sloan Pants

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Disclosure: This is not a compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are my own.

It’s no secret that my Sloan ankle pants are closet staples, so when Petite Studio asked me to style one pair, I was more than happy to! I decided to do two business casual pairings in a fairly monochromatic color scheme, with different textures mixed in for interest. Outside of work, I love Sloan’s for everyday wear and travel, since they have a good amount of stretch for comfort but do not “stretch out”.

When I first saw this top, I thought it’d be a great little piece to wear either alone or layered. This top went perfectly with the Sloane pants. The fabric is light and airy crepe and I love that you can play with the adjustable ruched drawstring tie at front to flatter your curves. It is perfect for a summer day at work.

I also loved pairing it with a slinky blouse that drapes and feels similar to silk. This way when it gets cooler you can pair it with a long cardigan or blazer in a neutral shade like soft cream or a similar dusty blue. You could also have fun and use a pop of color. This gives you the girl boss look that you want to exhibit when entering a meeting or going out on the town.

The Fit: The trousers fit great when I put them on. The fact that I didn’t even need to shorten them is nothing short of amazing. After a scientific study, I can confirm to you that less than 1% of the trousers I have bought or worn did not need to be shortened. So this pleased me immensely.

The Quality: These are well made and I have worn them a few times since I got them and they held up great.  Hand wash or dry clean.

I love these pants and it is worth the investment to have them in my closet.